February 4, 2026 Montreal, Quebec Natural Resources Canada
The Government of Canada is investing in innovative river‑current energy technology to provide communities with more proven-clean electricity options that are both accessible and affordable.
Today, Claude Guay, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, announced $4 million to ORPC Canada for a demonstration project showing how the natural flow of the river can generate clean, reliable energy.
Beginning in 2026 and continuing through 2029, ORPC Canada will deploy and operate its RivGen® Power System in the St. Lawrence River. The project will focus on operating the system in real-world conditions, examining its integration with the river environment and its contribution to local clean energy needs. The goal is to support urban and remote communities with clean, reliable energy that matches local resources to needs.
